Combined Heat and Power Engineer – Centrica CBS

## Combined Heat and Power Engineer – Centrica CBSApplylocations:
Birmingham:
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August 11, 2026 (11 days left to apply) job requisition :
R0086621
** Join us, be part of more.
** We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential.

That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.  
** About your team:
** At Centrica Business Solutions, we’re proud to partner with over 7,000 organisations globally – helping them to balance planet, with profit. We build, operate and maintain onsite, large-scale energy assets like Solar PV and Combined Heat and Power – to help businesses to save the planet and save money. We’re also transforming the UK’s energy landscape by partnering with landowners and developers to build a 900MW portfolio of new grid-scale solar farms and battery storage assets.

** Combined Heat and Power Engineer – Centrica CBS*
* ** Salary:** £38,589 + London allowance (£4160 - £ 6240 depending on location) + bonus, on-call payments & excellent benefits    
** OTE:
** Over £50,000    
** Location & Travel:
** North London / Cambridge / Chelmsford / Luton / Watford    
** Travel:
** Our team typically works north of the River Thames, with jobs reaching as far as Cromer and Peterborough.  Daily travel can be high, but the rewards are worth it.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly capable and supportive team within
** Centrica CBS
** as a
** Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Engineer**.
****** What makes this role stand out?
*** No two days are the same — you’ll work across a wide variety of sites including
** universities, leisure centres, hotels, hospitals**, and even
** Powergen sites supporting the electrical grid**.
* We offer
** extensive training
** in electrics, gas, and generators, including support to gain your
** Gas Safe qualification**. Plus system controls training, dedicated engine manufacturer training and much more.
* You’ll be part of a
** friendly, knowledgeable team
** who support each other and enjoy regular team nights out to keep our bond strong.
* We’ve recently invested in a
** new fleet of vans
** to support your day-to-day travel.
****** What your day might look like:
*** Receive your jobs via email each morning
* Attend services, breakdowns, part replacement or engine rebuilds.
* Manage your own diary, including oil store drops, collections, and part pickups from your designated collection box
* Operate, monitor, and maintain utilities including HVAC, WFI, purified water, and process equipment
* Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems in line with SOPs and safety policies
* Maintain and secure spare parts inventory and recommend tools/equipment to improve efficiency
* Support engineers in developing methods to improve facilities processes
****** Key Skills & Experience
** As a multi-skilled service engineer working on our world-leading CHP plants, you’ll be:
* Self-motivated with a strong eye for detail
* Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
* Skilled in customer/client communication
* Ambitious and eager to progress your career
*
* Minimum Requirements:

*** Mechanical craft qualification or higher (C&G, NVQ, ONC, HNC)
* Experience in field service roles on reciprocating engines or generators
* Ability to strip and repair engines to component level
* Knowledge of rotating equipment
* Strong problem-solving ability
* Good IT skills
* Strong health & safety awareness
* Excellent housekeeping standards
** Desirable

Experience:

*** Working on CHP plants or generators
* Vehicle maintenance
* Experience with engines such as MTU, CAT, Perkins, MAN, Mercedes, MWM
** This is a brilliant chance to grow your skills, work on diverse projects, and be part of a team…